At Lynnwood Periodontics & Implants we believe in offering the most innovative and predictable procedures to our patients. Whenever possible, we aim to provide the most convenient and comfortable solution if a tooth needs to be replaced. Immediate implant placement involves placing the implant at the same time the tooth is extracted - essentially combining what would have been separate surgeries into one. This procedure can be performed for most teeth and shortens the overall time to receive your implant crown to 3-4 months instead of 6-8 months. Studies have shown it is as predictable as conventional implant placement (tooth already missing) and over 99% of implants Dr. Brancheau places this way integrate successfully. For anterior teeth, it can also minimize loss of bone and enhance esthetic outcomes. Patients usually find this treatment to be the most convenient approach, and we will review if this option may be right for you.
The procedure takes about 45 minutes to one hour and is performed under local anesthesia. After the tooth is extracted, the implant is placed into the socket and a small bone graft placed to fill any gaps. Sometimes a soft tissue graft is also placed. Sutures may or may be used depending on the case. We will see you for a 2 week post-op to make sure healing is going well and review the next step. In 3-4 months, your dentist will be able to take an impression and get the implant restored with the final abutment and crown.
The procedure takes about 45 minutes to one hour and is performed under local anesthesia. After the tooth is extracted, the implant is placed into the socket and a small bone graft placed to fill any gaps. Sometimes a soft tissue graft is also placed. Sutures may or may be used depending on the case. We will see you for a 2 week post-op to make sure healing is going well and review the next step. In 3-4 months, your dentist will be able to take an impression and get the implant restored with the final abutment and crown.
Benefits of Immediate Implant Placement
- Shortened recovery time and time to final restoration
- Convenience : One extraction/implant surgery instead of two
- Better esthetics for anterior cases
Before & After Photos
Case 1
Upper left central incisor had a root canal reinfection and root canal was not indicated. Tooth was replaced with an immediate dental implant and restored 3 months later. Note no loss of tissue and a healthy appearance of gums and restoration.
Case 1
Upper left central incisor had a root canal reinfection and root canal was not indicated. Tooth was replaced with an immediate dental implant and restored 3 months later. Note no loss of tissue and a healthy appearance of gums and restoration.
Case 2
This illustrates an example of a tooth with a short root that needed to be replaced, and the x-ray of how the restoration appears 3 months after extraction and immediate implant placement.
Case 2
This illustrates an example of a tooth with a short root that needed to be replaced, and the x-ray of how the restoration appears 3 months after extraction and immediate implant placement.
Case 3
A more complex case of molar extraction with immediate implants, but illustrates how just one surgery is able to accomplish a predictable and esthetic outcome with only 4 months of healing time.
Case 3
A more complex case of molar extraction with immediate implants, but illustrates how just one surgery is able to accomplish a predictable and esthetic outcome with only 4 months of healing time.
Case 3
A more complex case of molar extraction with immediate implants, but illustrates how just one surgery is able to accomplish a predictable and esthetic outcome with only 4 months of healing time.
Case 3
A more complex case of molar extraction with immediate implants, but illustrates how just one surgery is able to accomplish a predictable and esthetic outcome with only 4 months of healing time.Dental Implants
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